News published on Federal Newswire in October 2023

Federal officials have warned that individuals associated with Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ), and Hezbollah may be attempting to enter the United States through the Mexico border. This information was revealed in an internal memo obtained by the Daily Caller News Foundation.

New report sheds light on scope and scale of CBP One entry scheme

According to a report published by Todd Bensman, a Senior National Security Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies (CIS), new details have emerged regarding the CBP One mobile phone application. The report titled "Newly disclosed documents reveal unexpected scale of confidential 'CBP One' admission program" sheds light on the scope and scale of the program, which is part of the Biden Administration's "new lawful pathways" strategy for immigration.

USDA outlines stance on southern border security bills affecting National Forest system lands in official testimony

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has provided its official testimony on three bills regarding Southern border security on National Forest System lands. The testimony was presented before the United States House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Federal Lands.

Abbott: 'Texas is the first – and ONLY – state in U.S. history to build our own border wall.'

According to Governor Greg Abbott's posts on X, Texas is building its own border wall in the absence of support from the federal government.

Ariola: 'This is something that we should all be united against'

NYC Council member Joann Ariola has spoken out against the idea of using National Parks as temporary housing facilities for asylum seekers. Ariola made her plea before the House Sub Committee on Federal Lands on Thursday, Oct. 19. She emphasized the importance of protecting public lands and cautioned against the partisan mismanagement of the southern border that has led to cities being overwhelmed with asylum seekers.

Chairman of Subcommittee on Federal Lands: 'Our federal lands are being used and abused by the thousands of illegal aliens crossing over our wide-open southern border every week'

According to a recent press release, the Subcommittee on Federal Lands reviewed four bills addressing issues from road construction to environmental protection, aimed at securing the southern border and safeguarding national parks.

US Chamber Calls Out FTC, DOJ for Ignoring Settlement Paths, Alleges Bias

By Paige Wagenknecht | Oct 24, 2023

U.S. Chamber of Commerce says the Federal Trade Commission and Department of Justice are costing taxpayers millions and raising concerns about potential bias by failing to pursue settlements to remedy alleged anti-competitive behavior.

Research fellow says 'antitrust is anti-progress' in Google case

By Paige Wagenknecht | Oct 24, 2023

Dr. Kimberlee Josephson — an associate professor of business at Lebanon Valley College in Annville, Pennsylvania, and adjunct research fellow with the Consumer Choice Center — believes business owners should be concerned about the Department of Justice’s antitrust case against Google.

Chainalysis debunks media claims of Hamas raising millions in crypto

The blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis has refuted claims made by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) that Hamas raised tens of millions of dollars in cryptocurrency. According to Chainalysis, the terrorist organization actually raised less than half a million dollars through crypto funding. This contradicts the WSJ's assertion that Hamas and other terror groups were evading US sanctions and funding their operations through crypto.

SEC drops lawsuit against crypto exchange executives

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has dropped its lawsuit against Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and co-founder Chris Larsen. The regulator had accused the crypto executives of "aiding and abetting" in the sale of securities offerings on their platform.

Treasury Department announces new sanctions targeting Hamas

The U.S. Treasury Department has announced new sanctions targeting the terrorist group Hamas. The sanctions are aimed at disrupting Hamas's global financial networks that fund its operations in the Gaza Strip. According to Axios, these new sanctions are just the first of several rounds that will be directed at the group. Brian Nelson, Treasury undersecretary for terrorism and financial intelligence, emphasized that disrupting Hamas's financing has been a Treasury priority for decades.

Study says cutting cartel recruitment is best way to combat cartel violence

A recent study has suggested that the best way to reduce violence stemming from drug cartels is to cut down the cartel’s ability to recruit new members. In a study published in Science, the number of active cartel members is about 175,000, and diminishing that figure is the best way to combat the cartels.

Study says cutting cartel recruitment is best way to combat cartel violence

A recent study has suggested that the best way to reduce violence stemming from drug cartels is to cut down the cartel’s ability to recruit new members. In a study published in Science, the number of active cartel members is about 175,000, and diminishing that figure is the best way to combat the cartels.

DOE EM enhanced facilities for safer depleted uranium conversion

U.S. Department of Energy's Environmental Management (EM) announced that facility enhancements had a significant positive impact on converting depleted uranium hexafluoride (DUF6) into more stable compounds according to a press release by EM.

Blinken holds press conference following trip to Middle East

In a press conference at Cairo Airport, U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken stressed America's unwavering support for Israel amid the ongoing crisis in the region.

U.S. Secretary of Education announces 2023 Terrel H. Bell award recipients

According to a press release dated Oct. 18, 2023, the nine honorees, all leaders of schools in the 2023 National Blue Ribbon Schools cohort, will be officially recognized at an awards ceremony scheduled for next month.

Biden-Harris Administration invests over $11 Million in Native American education programs

Funding has been earmarked for the newly established Native American Language Resource Centers (NALRC), the first-ever Native American Teacher Retention Initiative (NATRI), and the State Tribal Education Partnership (STEP) program

Pfizer Inc. agrees to $2 million settlement

U.S. Department of Labor to resolve allegations of pay discrimination against female employees at its New York City headquarters, according to a press release from the U.S. Department of Labor.

U.S. DOT amplifies regional infrastructure grants with new funding

According to a Department of Transportation press release, the agency is expanding its RIA program with $24 million in new funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

Brookings Metro and Center for Economic Inclusion launch racial equity initiative in eight U.S. cities